Revival of the Holiday.

The approval for the revival of the holiday was granted in the 1930s by the almighty Joseph Stalin.

At a Politburo meeting in 1935, the New Year's celebrations for children in Sokolniki in 1918 were recalled, attended by the leader of the Soviet state, Vladimir Ilyich Lenin, and his wife Nadezhda Konstantinovna Krupskaya. Stalin remarked that such a holiday would surely appeal to Soviet children as well. On 28 December 1935, an article noscriptd "Let's Organise a Beautiful New Year's Tree Festival for the Children!" appeared in the newspaper "Pravda".

The return of the New Year's tree (Christmas tree) is one of the factors in the renewal of the ideology of the Soviet state. Marshals reappeared in the army, Cossack units, and the authors of films and history books began to recall the exploits of Russian princes and tsarist commanders.

Until 1953, the celebration of New Year and the return of the New Year's tree were directly associated with Stalin.

From 1936 onwards, the New Year's tree became entirely Soviet. Organising the associated New Year's festival for children became mandatory. New Year's tree festivals were held in all schools, kindergartens, and cultural institutions.

What did the New Year's tree look like during the USSR era? The main decorative piece was the red five-pointed star – a symbol of Soviet power since the time of the Civil War. A mandatory attribute was also the garland, consisting of colourful lights or lanterns. The other accessories varied in different years: sweets, gingerbread, toys of all kinds.

In the Soviet Union, preparations for the children's festival were made in advance. Parents sewed costumes, made carnival masks, children learned New Year's poems and songs, rehearsed dances and sketches. Essential figures at a Christmas tree festival were Father Frost and Snow Maiden, who handed out gifts. Every participant of the festival received a sweet gift, packed in a cardboard box or a plastic container.

Today, the Christmas tree is both a New Year's and a Christmas symbol for Russians. In Russia, people love to celebrate and do so with great effort. The New Year's holidays in Russia last almost ten days.

The Christmas tree is set up in homes and apartments in the 20s of December and is removed, at best, in mid-January.

All cities, towns, and villages in Russia are decorated for New Year. Garlands are hung on the facades of houses, on trees and lampposts, and the shop windows of stores and public institutions are festively decorated. Large fir trees are erected in central squares, where lights flash and toys adorn. Around the Christmas trees, the main events of the New Year's celebrations take place: concerts are held, games and competitions for all interested are organised.

Most Russians celebrate New Year at home – by the Christmas tree and in front of the television. This tradition was already established in Soviet times. The younger generation often celebrates in cafes, restaurants, or nightclubs. In the 21st century, New Year's trips – both within Russia and abroad – have gained popularity.

Festive fireworks are organised in all cities of Russia. Citizens also set off fireworks themselves – their noise can be heard throughout the New Year's night.

An obligatory part of the New Year's celebration is the televised address of the President of Russia to the people, which is broadcast on all television channels shortly before midnight. The head of state, standing against the backdrop of the Spasskaya Tower of the Kremlin, reviews the past year and congratulates his fellow citizens. The chimes ring, and the anthem of the Russian Federation is played.

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Huthis have launched a massive missile attack on Israel

The Yemeni Houthi rebels have fired at least ten ballistic missiles at Israeli territory.

According to unconfirmed reports, the attack hit a power plant in the city of Ashkelon - a strategic asset for the country's energy infrastructure.

Notably, the attack took place on the eve of the Jewish holiday Hanukkah, during which it is customary to light candles.

Previously, Israel had repeatedly carried out attacks on energy facilities in Yemen, including fuel depots for local power plants.

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